This is an original. Imperial Japanese Army Type 5 (Showa Type 5) wool greatcoat. The collar insignia identifies the original owner as a. A non-commissioned officer (NCO) responsible for leading small units and training soldiers in the Imperial Japanese Army. 1937 marked the beginning of the Second Sino-Japanese War, when Japan began its large-scale military campaign in China. This greatcoat was manufactured during that pivotal year and represents an authentic piece of early WWII Japanese military history. Unlike the later Type 98 greatcoat, the Type 5 model was made from thick, high-quality wool and offered excellent protection against severe winter conditions. Because it was expensive to manufacture, it was eventually replaced by a simpler and more economical design, making surviving Type 5 examples increasingly desirable among collectors today. Original Arsenal and Issue Markings. The inside of the coat still retains several original Japanese arsenal and inspection markings. Manufactured in Showa 12 (1937). Main Arsenal Inspection Passed. Even more importantly, the interior also bears hand-written ownership markings. “Abe Juichi” . These original handwritten inscriptions connect the coat to the individual soldier who once wore it, transforming it from a military uniform into a tangible piece of personal history. Original Type 5 Imperial Japanese Army greatcoat. Original Corporal (NCO) collar insignia attached. Original arsenal stamps and handwritten name remain visible. Moth damage, small holes, stains, and signs of age are present. Please examine all photographs carefully for condition. Considering that this coat is nearly 90 years old, it remains an impressive surviving example of an early Imperial Japanese Army winter uniform. Military uniforms with a confirmed production year, original arsenal markings, rank insignia, and a named owner are becoming increasingly difficult to find. An excellent addition for WWII militaria collectors, museums, reenactors, or anyone interested in Imperial Japanese Army history. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
Navy sailor log and ephemera group from Robert “Dinty” Moore, Yeoman, U. Associated with USS Whitney AD-4, Destroyer Squadrons, Scouting Fleet, Tender Squadron Nine. This group includes Moore’s hand-lettered “LOG” scrapbook cover page, signed by Moore and marked Log Room, U. Whitney, with an impressed U. Moore notes that the book was started 25 February 1928 as a supplement to his photograph album. Also included is a 1929 Prospective Movements of the U. Whitney sheet listing Hampton Roads, Colon, Balboa, Panama Canal Zone, Guantanamo Bay, Callao, Peru, Philadelphia, Charleston, and Newport. Most notably, the January schedule directly names Fleet Problem IX for 22-30 January 1929, connecting this personal sailor archive to one of the major interwar U. The group also includes a USS Whitney promotion/advancement form dated 13 September 1928 for Robert T. Moore, advancing him from Yeoman Third Class to Yeoman Second Class, acting appointment, effective 8 September 1928. A strong named interwar U. Navy archive fragment with excellent Scouting Fleet, destroyer tender, Guantanamo, Panama Canal Zone, Fleet Problem IX, and enlisted yeoman service interest. Original period paper ephemera with heavy age wear, including toning, staining, fold lines, tears, edge chipping, paper loss, creasing, and fragile areas. Some pages are partial or separated, and some handwriting is light or partially obscured. The group should be handled carefully. Please review all photos closely. Navy sailor log / ephemera archive. Named Person: Robert “Dinty” Moore / Robert T. Advanced to Y2c acting appointment. Fleet/Unit: Destroyer Squadrons, Scouting Fleet; Squadron Nine. Event Referenced: Fleet Problem IX, January 1929. Locations: Guantanamo Bay, Balboa, Panama Canal Zone, Colon, Callao, Newport, Charleston, Philadelphia, Hampton Roads. Navy, interwar Navy, Scouting Fleet, destroyer tender, sailor archive.
A very rare original piece of American history. An Answer to the Nazi Menace. Petition To President Roosevelt. B’Nai B’Rith District Grand Lodge, 1934. The booklet does have some wear as can be seen in the pictures. Very early Nazi-period (1934) mass-strategy to pressure FDR to make demands on Hitler. Within the pages of this brochure are the expressions of San Francisco’s public officials, civic leaders, fraternal and organization heads on the most compelling problem of the days, – the Nazi Menace. Those expressions have been collected as a part of the nation-wide B’nai B’rith campaign to obtain one million signatures on petitions which the President of the United States is asked to transmit to the German Government, as a protest against the unbearable hardships to which a stricken and defenseless people have been subjected. ” (from foreword) Includes letters, speeches, editorials, quotes from San Francisco public officials and civic leaders, newspaper headlines, quotes from Church leaders and educators, some possible resolutions, and “paragraphs taken from various leading publications throughout the United States. A copy of the Petition to be presented to President Roosevelt. OCLC lists 5 copies worldwide (UC-Berkeley, UC-Irving, Caroll College, HUC, UFLorida).
Your attention :Rare and atypical “silver nut”. Presumably from Tsarist insignia, Cartman-Eduard. Possibly from Early Soviet Republican insignia. Weight 6.68 grams, temporary oxides. The approach is also to a very rare variety of the combat red banner of the RSFSR Transcaucasian. I GIVE A PHOTO OF SAMPLES OF SIGNS WITH SIMILAR NUTS! If you need to expand your collection (orders, medals, badges, documents, photographs, archives, reference literature), I will be. Happy to help you find the rarest materials and provide informational support.
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NOTE: I have recently acquired a literal treasure trove of WW1 and WW2 military items and will be listing them in the coming months. All of the items were destined for the landfill, until my sister in law rescued them! This is an authentic, original 8×10 silver gelatin print captured by renowned Tacoma photographer Marvin D. Boland on June 18, 1930. The image depicts the Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) of Company I, 161st Infantry, posing in their encampment at Camp Murray, Washington. These men were participating in the annual two-week summer maneuvers, a massive state-wide event involving 2,600 personnel known as Camp Dent. Authenticity: The reverse of the photo features Boland’s original studio stamp 404 South 11th St, Tacoma, Wash. Physical State: The print is in? Very Good vintage condition for its age. There is a tear near the right hand corner (pictured) there are some visible creases. If you require further pictures or have any questions please ask. Will be well packed before being sent. If you have any questions, please ask! Visit my store for more vintage ski patches, ski pins, ski tickets, ski brochures, t-shirts and various treasures.
This original graduation photo album was published in. July 1928 (Showa 3). To commemorate the graduation of the. 40th Class of the Imperial Japanese Army Academy. The institution responsible for educating many of Japan’s future military officers. Far more than a simple graduation album, this is an outstanding primary historical document that captures the education of officers who would later shape some of the most significant events in modern Japanese history. The album contains numerous photographs of cadets, instructors, academy buildings, training grounds, military exercises, aircraft, vehicles, and detailed roster pages listing the names of each company and platoon. Among the graduates recorded in this album are officers who later participated in what is known in Japan as the. In 1936 that profoundly influenced Japanese politics and accelerated the growing influence of the military before World War II. The roster also includes. Who later played an important role inside the Japanese Army during the final days of World War II by helping coordinate internal discussions surrounding Japan’s acceptance of the Potsdam Declaration. Another fascinating feature is the inclusion of Chinese military students studying at the academy, providing valuable insight into military exchanges between Japan and China during the late 1920s. The photographs beautifully preserve the appearance of young cadets before they entered history-showing uniforms, field exercises, academy life, military facilities, and the atmosphere of one of Japan’s most prestigious military institutions. For collectors of Imperial Japanese military history, military academies, original photographs, and prewar Japan, this album offers exceptional research value as an authentic primary source rather than a retrospective publication. It is rare to find an original academy graduation album whose members can later be connected to such historically significant events. A remarkable opportunity to own an authentic piece of prewar Japanese military history. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
A refined example of early 20th-century optical craftsmanship, these antique Galilean opera glasses were produced by Carl Zeiss Jena between 1924 and 1934, representing a period when German engineering set the global standard for precision optics. Compact and elegantly designed, these field glasses reflect the classic Galilean optical system-valued for its simplicity, clarity, and portability. Originally intended for theatergoing and light field use, they embody both function and sophistication from a bygone era. Crafted in Germany by the renowned Carl Zeiss Jena, this piece carries both historical and collector significance, offering a tangible connection to interwar European design and innovation. Antique Carl Zeiss Jena opera glasses. Made in Germany (Jena). Compact, lightweight field glasses. Optics: (update-clear / minor haze / spotting). Focus: (confirm smooth operation). Exterior shows age-appropriate wear. Case present with vintage patina. Early Zeiss production period (interwar era). Galilean system typical of theater/opera use. Strong crossover appeal: optics + decorative display. Increasingly sought after by collectors of scientific instruments. Theater or opera enthusiasts. Library or study décor. These opera glasses are more than a viewing instrument-they are a preserved piece of early 20th-century craftsmanship, reflecting a time when even the smallest objects were built with precision and purpose. Please review the photos carefully as they are part of the description. Price is reflective of condition, age, and market availability. Extra care will be taken to ensure safety during transit.
WWI Imperial German Prussian Army Artillery Veterans Parade Marching Stick. WWI Imperial German Prussian Army Artillery Veterans Parade Marching Stick, Measures 37 1/4 Inches Overall, Mint Condition. As Photographed with wear and age as seen (please see photos for condition). A Great Candidate for any Collection, War Room, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
United States Army Corporal Jerome Andrew Sweet was born on February 6, 1875, in Plessis, New York, during a period when the United States was emerging as both an industrial power and an expanding presence abroad. Raised in northern New York, he came of age at a time when military service increasingly meant overseas duty. At the age of 23, Sweet enlisted in the United States Army on May 20, 1899, at Rochester, New York. Entering service as a Private, he was assigned to Company F of the 19th U. His enlistment came at a critical moment-just months after the conclusion of the Spanish-American War and during the escalation of the Philippine Insurrection. The 19th Infantry Regiment was deployed to the Philippine Islands as part of the American effort to suppress Filipino resistance following the transfer of sovereignty from Spain to the United States. Units of the 19th Infantry were engaged in active field operations in regions including Manila Province, Bulacan, and Nueva Ecija-areas that saw sustained guerrilla warfare. These operations involved a combination of patrols, reconnaissance, garrison duty, and coordinated expeditions against insurgent forces under leaders such as Emilio Aguinaldo. Soldiers like Sweet would have faced difficult terrain, extreme tropical climate, and the persistent challenges of guerrilla conflict, where engagements were often unpredictable and decentralized. The 19th Infantry participated in these stabilization efforts as resistance gradually diminished following the capture of Aguinaldo in 1901 and the subsequent decline of organized opposition. Throughout this demanding period of overseas service, Sweet proved himself a dependable and capable soldier. He advanced in rank from Private to Corporal, reflecting both leadership ability and consistent performance under field conditions. On May 19, 1902, he was honorably discharged, his service characterized as “excellent, ” a designation indicative of discipline, reliability, and faithful duty during a challenging campaign. Following his return to civilian life, Sweet established himself in steady employment. By 1910, he was working as a letter carrier with the United States Post Office, a position of public trust and responsibility. By 1920, he had transitioned into work as a grocery salesman, demonstrating adaptability in the post-service years. Sweet remained deeply connected to fraternal and veterans’ organizations. He was a longstanding member of Mount Tom Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, maintaining membership for approximately 40 years. He also participated in veterans’ groups associated with the Spanish-American War era, preserving camaraderie with those who had shared similar service experiences. In later life, Sweet relocated to California, residing for 21 years in National City, where he lived at 1139 A Avenue. He was married to his wife, Mattie Sweet, who survived him. Jerome Andrew Sweet passed away on April 20, 1958, at the Naval Hospital in San Diego, California, at the age of 83. His lifetime spanned from the post-Civil War period into the modern 20th century, and his military service reflected a formative chapter in America’s emergence as a global power. Funeral services were conducted at the chapel of Berge-Roberts Mortuary under the auspices of the Uniform Rank of the United Spanish War Veterans and South West Lodge No. Graveside honors were rendered by the Thomas H. Post 4630 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was laid to rest in Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, where his service during the Philippine Insurrection is honored among that of his fellow soldiers. I will include 21 full size color printed copies of the research presented. UNITED STATES ARMY SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PHILIPPINE INSURRECTION CAMPAIGN MEDAL W/ FULL WRAP BROOCH. STUDLEY, PRODUCED BY DAVIDSON OF PHILADELPHIA. SWEET CO’F’ 19 INF. UNITED STATES ARMY SPANISH AMERICAN WAR CO. F 19TH INFANTRY CAP BADGE. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!